CPSC recall 14-218, announced June 26, 2014, covers Napoleon GD3200-P and GD3200B-P Propane Gas Fireplaces (about 600 units). The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard. Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their local Napoleon Fireplace Hearth Dealer to arrange a service call to have a free upgrade kit installed on their fireplace. Recall contact: call (866) 539-2039, or go to www.napoleonfireplaces.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The model number GD3200-P and GD3200B-P can be found in the center of the rating label.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the GD3200-P flush glass front and GD3200B-P with a bay window, propane gas fireplaces. The fireplaces are black and approximately 33 inches tall and 31.25 inches wide with gold accent designs on the top and bottom of the outside of the product. The model number GD3200-P and GD3200B-P can be found in the center of the rating label. The rating label is located on the base of the fireplace behind the lower louvered access door.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 2 listed, all starting with
GD3200. Yours must match one exactly. - Where to look
the center of the rating label
andthe base of the fireplace behind the lower louvered access door
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- August 1992 through May 2001
- Price paid
- $1,500
Why it was recalled
The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Wolf Steel has received one incident report occurring in Canada where the glass shattered resulting in cuts to the face and neck that required medical attention. No incidents were reported in the U.S.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their local Napoleon Fireplace Hearth Dealer to arrange a service call to have a free upgrade kit installed on their fireplace. The upgrade kit must be installed by a qualified gas appliance technician.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 2 listed in this recall.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 539-2039, or go to www.napoleonfireplaces.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Wolf Steel Ltd., Ontario, Canada
- Manufacturer
- Wolf Steel Ltd., Ontario, Canada
- Product type
- Fireplaces
- Recall number
- 14-218
- Units
- About 600 units in the United States and 2,400 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Hearth Fireplace specialty stores nationwide from August 1992 through May 2001 for about $1,500.
Napoleon GD3200-P and GD3200B-P Propane Gas Fireplaces
CPSC product type: Gas-Burning Fireplaces
This recall in context
Compared with the 52 fireplace recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 600 units: the 36th-largest of 46 fireplace recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,850 units.
- Hazard
- Laceration: named in 8 of 52 fireplace recalls.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 14 of 52 fireplace recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- About 9 years. Recalled 157 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Wolf Steel Ltd. toll-free at (866) 539-2039 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.napoleonfireplaces.com and click the SUPPORT tab listed as the first item in the left side FAQ column.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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